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Lateral ankle ligament repair - post operative protocol

Post operative protocol

Below knee lightweight cast for 6 weeks.Non weight bear 4 weeks.
Cast bivalved for the first two weeks.
Week 6-12 in Aircast Airsport brace, weight bear fully
Physiotherapy rehab from week 6.Peroneal strengthening and ankle ROM. Avoid inversion stresses.
Wobble board from week 10.